1957 BMW 503 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 50 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 503 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
