1957 BMW 600 vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 520 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, 1989 Eagle Summit, 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
Make | BMW | Eagle |
Model | 600 | Summit |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2470 mm |