1958 BMW 503 vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 53 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 117 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 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 503 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
