1958 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 49 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 503 | Rainier |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |