1957 BMW 503 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 17 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 503 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |