1957 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 5 weights approximately 180 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, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |
