1959 BMW 503 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 39 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 37 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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, 1998 Rover 200, 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 503 | 200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |