1957 BMW 600 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 51 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 302 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2230 mm |
