1957 BMW 503 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 47 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 922 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
