1957 BMW 503 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 10 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 262 kg more than 1957 BMW 503. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 503 | Monaco |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |