1959 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 503 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |