1957 BMW 503 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503.
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, 2012 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 503 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| 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 | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 221 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
