1957 BMW 503 vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 45 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 15 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 503 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |