1959 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 BMW 503.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 503 | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
