1992 BMW 525 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 34 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 1010 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
