1999 Audi A4 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 770 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, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1710 mm |
