1957 BMW 503 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1964 Porsche 904 is newer by 7 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, 1964 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 801 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 503 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
