1959 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |