1998 BMW 729 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 40 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 729 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 729 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 1280 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 1998 BMW 729 has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 729 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 729 | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1710 mm |