1957 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 503 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2625 mm |
