1957 BMW 503 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 53 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 364 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 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 503 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
