1957 BMW 503 vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 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 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 618 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 503 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
