1957 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 503 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
