1957 BMW 600 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 34 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), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 340 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, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1991 Renault Express (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| 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 | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2570 mm |
