1958 BMW 503 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 44 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4200 mm |
