2009 BMW 325 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 945 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1710 mm |
