1959 BMW 503 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 503 | 110 S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1962 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |