1957 BMW 503 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 87 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 503 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
