1959 BMW 503 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |