1957 BMW 503 vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1969 Holden Brougham is newer by 12 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham.
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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 503 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
