1958 BMW 503 vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 35 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |
