1959 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 412 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 503 | XTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
