1959 BMW 503 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 37 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 310 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 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 503 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
