2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 42 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 836 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2000 BMW Z3 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. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1710 mm |
