1957 BMW 600 vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 700 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 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2210 mm |
