1958 BMW 600 vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 41 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1958 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2420 mm |
