1957 BMW 600 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2954 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2005 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. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 759 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 | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3490 mm |
