1959 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 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, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 503 | Terios |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |