1959 BMW 503 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 65 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 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, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 503 | Sable |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |