1957 BMW 600 vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 45 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 1035 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 600 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2580 mm |
