1959 BMW 503 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1113 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 503 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |