1959 BMW 503 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 35 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 30 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 503 | 928 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |