1957 BMW 503 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 36 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 503 | 200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |