1957 BMW 600 vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 28 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 340 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 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 | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2390 mm |
