2006 BMW 760 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 48 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1675 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2006 BMW 760 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. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 2225 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1710 mm |
