1959 BMW 503 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 52 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1309 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 503 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 148 L |