1957 BMW 503 vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 1980 Seat 127 is newer by 23 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 91 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 503 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
