1957 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 53 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Picanto weights approximately 379 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, 2010 Kia Picanto, 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, 2010 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2380 mm |
