1959 BMW 503 vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 54 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 320 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 503 | M5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |