1958 BMW 503 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 52 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, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 85 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 503 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
