2003 BMW M3 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 46 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 892 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1710 mm |
