1957 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 503 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |