1959 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 503 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |