1957 BMW 503 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 43 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 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
