1957 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 503 | Aero |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |