1959 BMW 503 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 503 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |