1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1957 BMW 503
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 30 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1957 BMW 503 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 503 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |