2008 Audi R8 vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 51 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 625 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 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1710 mm |
