1957 BMW 600 vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 580 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 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |
