1959 BMW 503 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 503 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
