1959 BMW 503 vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 33 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 1 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. 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, 1992 Honda Integra, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1992 Honda Integra | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | Integra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |