1957 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 392 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
