1957 BMW 503 vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1973 Volvo 164 is newer by 16 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Volvo 164.
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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 503 | 164 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |