1957 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 503 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |