1958 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |