1958 BMW 503 vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 1989 Holden Camira is newer by 31 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 24 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 503 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
