1996 BMW 530 vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 37 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, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 15 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1959 BMW 503 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 503 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |