1959 BMW 503 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 270 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |