1958 BMW 600 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 600 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2895 mm |