1957 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1510 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3210 mm |
