1959 BMW 503 vs. 1995 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1995 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 36 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 19 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 10 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, 1995 Fiat Ulysse, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1995 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 503 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
