2008 Audi A6 vs. 1958 BMW 503
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1958 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 503 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
