1957 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 51 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 503 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |