1958 BMW 503 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 503 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
