1957 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2630 mm |
