1958 BMW 503 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 1 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 435 HP |
Torque | 222 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |