1959 BMW 503 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 175 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, 1999 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 503 | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |