1957 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 8 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 503 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
