1957 BMW 503 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 27 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
