1957 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 503 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |