1959 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |