1957 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 40 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 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 721 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 1100 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 862 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | 600 | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 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 | 1650 kg |