1957 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 503 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |