2009 BMW 118 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 835 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2009 BMW 118 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. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1710 mm |
