1957 BMW 600 vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 41 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Caterham C21 weights approximately 100 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 600 | C21 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2260 mm |