1957 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 56 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1034 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.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 136 L |
