1957 BMW 600 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 1090 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 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2011 Audi A4 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. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 600 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2809 mm |
