1959 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1410 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 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 503 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
