1957 BMW 503 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 30 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 503 | Portofino |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |