1958 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 55 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 429 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 503 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
