1957 BMW 600 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 632 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 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2630 mm |
