1957 BMW 503 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 48 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 285 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 503 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
