1959 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 503 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |