1958 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 503 | CL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
