1959 BMW 503 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 300 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 503 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |
