1959 BMW 503 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 339 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 503 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
