1958 BMW 503 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |