1959 BMW 503 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 51 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 352 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.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 503 | RL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
