1958 BMW 503 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 52 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 503 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
