1958 BMW 503 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 54 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, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 113 kg more than 1958 BMW 503.
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, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 503 | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |