1959 BMW 503 vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 503 | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
