1959 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 160 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 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 503 | XF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2909 mm |
