1957 BMW 600 vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 44 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 440 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 600 | Fit |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |