1957 BMW 600 vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 1270 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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 600 | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2910 mm |
