1958 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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, 2009 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 503 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
