1957 BMW 503 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 503 | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
