1957 BMW 600 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1803 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 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3440 mm |
