1957 BMW 600 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 975 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 600 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2500 mm |
