1957 BMW 503 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 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 85 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 503 | 323 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |