1957 BMW 600 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 806 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2530 mm |
