1959 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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, 2007 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 350 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 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 Renault Espace, 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 503 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
