1957 BMW 600 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 50 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1310 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2850 mm |
