1959 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 BMW 503.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 503 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
