1958 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1075 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.
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 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 503 | Mark LT |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |