1957 BMW 600 vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1977 Triumph Dolomite 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 390 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 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2460 mm |
