1959 BMW 503 vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Scion xB 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 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2011 Scion xB.
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, 2011 Scion xB, 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2011 Scion xB | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 503 | xB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
