1959 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
