1957 BMW 600 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2620 mm |
