1991 Audi 100 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 34 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 956 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
