1957 BMW 600 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2480 mm |