1959 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 47 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 490 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 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 503 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3474 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 | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
