1959 BMW 503 vs. 2004 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier is newer by 45 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, 2004 Honda Avancier (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier 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, 2004 Honda Avancier 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2004 Honda Avancier | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | Avancier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |