2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 775 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 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1710 mm |
