1958 BMW 503 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 503 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
