1957 BMW 600 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 528 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 6996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 644 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2700 mm |