1957 BMW 600 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1137 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 600 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2640 mm |