1957 BMW 503 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 55 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, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 503 | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |