1958 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 503 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
