1959 BMW 503 vs. 1982 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 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 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 BMW 503.
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, 1982 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1982 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 503 | Seville |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4079 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |