1958 BMW 503 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 53 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 731 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Express |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4300 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 | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |