1957 BMW 600 vs. 1984 BMW 725
To start off, 1984 BMW 725 is newer by 27 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600.
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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1984 BMW 725 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 725 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2810 mm |
