1958 BMW 503 vs. 1969 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1969 Mazda 110 S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1969 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 503 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
