1957 BMW 600 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 32 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 985 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.
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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 600 | Viper |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |