1957 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Express |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |