1957 BMW 503 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 503 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |