1957 BMW 503 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 340 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 503 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
