1959 BMW 503 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 503 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |