1959 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 503 | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |