1983 Audi 80 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 26 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 380 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, 1983 Audi 80, 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, 1983 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1710 mm |
