1959 BMW 700 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 1 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 697 cc, 1959 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 700 weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 BMW 700 (52 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 583 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
