1994 BMW 318 vs. 1957 BMW 503
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 37 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 24 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 BMW 318. 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, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 318 | 1957 BMW 503 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 503 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
