1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1957 BMW 503
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1957 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Sprint | 503 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
