1957 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1997 Nissan Presea 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Presea weights approximately 480 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, 1997 Nissan Presea, 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, 1997 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1997 Nissan Presea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Presea |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2590 mm |