2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 47 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 1285 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V12 | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 38 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1710 mm |