1957 BMW 503 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 184 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |