1959 BMW 503 vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1976 Renault Siete 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, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete, 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 503 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
