1957 BMW 503 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1958 Morris Minor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 503 | Minor |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |