1957 BMW 600 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 43 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1190 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 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 600 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2990 mm |