1959 BMW 503 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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, 2008 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 175 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 503 | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |