1957 BMW 600 vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 5 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 340 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, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2350 mm |