1958 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 503 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
