1957 BMW 503 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 54 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 36 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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 503 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
