1957 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 582 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 503 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 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 | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |