2000 BMW 328 vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 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, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 BMW 328.
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, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1959 BMW 503 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 503 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
