1959 BMW 503 vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 75 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 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
