1957 BMW 600 vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 33 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 600 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 600 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2480 mm |
