1959 BMW 503 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 73 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 Element 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 Element 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 503 | Element |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |