1957 BMW 600 vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-2 is newer by 16 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 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru R-2 (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru R-2 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2.
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, 1973 Subaru R-2 (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru R-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
