2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1957 BMW 503
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 50 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1957 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 503 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
