1959 BMW 503 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula 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 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 503 | Formula |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |