1957 BMW 600 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3200 mm |
