1959 BMW 503 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 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 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |