1957 BMW 600 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 530 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 600 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
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 | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2480 mm |