1969 Audi Variant vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 11 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 520 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 1958 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1710 mm |
