1958 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 48 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 503 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
