1958 BMW 503 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1970 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 12 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 503 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1510 mm |
