1959 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1299 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 | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
