1958 BMW 503 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 640 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |