1958 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 866 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 503 | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
