1959 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 806 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |