1957 BMW 600 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 645 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 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2490 mm |
