1959 BMW 503 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 Toyota Cresta 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 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |