1957 BMW 503 vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 19 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, 1957 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 503 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
