1959 BMW 503 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1242 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 503 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |