1959 BMW 503 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo 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 Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
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 Seat Toledo, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 503 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |