1959 BMW 503 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 596 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 1959 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 503 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |