1957 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 1957 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 503 | Entourage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
