2005 Audi A6 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 48 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1075 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 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1710 mm |
