1959 BMW 503 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1078 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 503 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |