1957 BMW 600 vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 29 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 760 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 1986 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2670 mm |
