1959 BMW 503 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 900 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 503 | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
