1957 BMW 600 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1350 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 Isuzu KB (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 600 | KB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3060 mm |
