1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1957 BMW 503
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 27 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, both vehicles can yield 222 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1957 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 503 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
