1958 BMW 503 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 503 | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |