1959 BMW 503 vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 63 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.
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 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 503 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |