1959 BMW 503 vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 53 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, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 BMW 503.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 503 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
