1957 BMW 600 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1961 Innocenti 950 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Innocenti 950 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 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, 1961 Innocenti 950 (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | 600 | 950 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2130 mm |