1957 BMW 600 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Corsa weights approximately 190 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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2350 mm |
