1957 BMW 600 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 is newer by 10 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 (43 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1303 weights approximately 270 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1303 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | 1303 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |