1957 BMW 600 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 42 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 420 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 600 | MR-S |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2610 mm |