2000 BMW 318 vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 41 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, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1959 BMW 503 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 503 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |