1959 BMW 503 vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 306 is newer by 17 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, 1976 Ferrari 306 (241 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 306 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Ferrari 306 (265 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 503 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
