1957 BMW 600 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 56 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1265 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 600 | M |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2900 mm |