1959 BMW 503 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today 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 92 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |