1957 BMW 503 vs. 1994 Tata Estate
To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 37 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) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 140 kg more than 1957 BMW 503.
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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1994 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 503 | Estate |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 222 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |