1957 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 497 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, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2500 mm |
