1956 BMW 503 vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 BMW 503.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona 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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 503 | Retona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |