1957 BMW 600 vs. 1994 BMW 316
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 37 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 610 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1994 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2710 mm |
