1958 BMW 503 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (435 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (544 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
