1958 BMW 503 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 43 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 503 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
