1957 BMW 503 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 811 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 503 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
