1957 BMW 600 vs. 2004 BMW 535
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 47 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 1130 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2004 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2890 mm |
