1958 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 503 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
