1958 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 1958 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2358 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 | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |