1999 Audi R8R vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 40 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1959 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8R | 503 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
