1957 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2666 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3490 mm |
