1957 BMW 503 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 297 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 503 | Charger |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |