1958 BMW 503 vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1973 Datsun Laurel is newer by 15 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 14 more horse power than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 BMW 503.
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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Datsun |
Model | 503 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |