1958 BMW 503 vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 28 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 59 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1986 Toyota Model F. 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | Model F |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |