1956 BMW 503 vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1956 BMW 503 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher.
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.
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1956 BMW 503 | 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 503 | Phantom |
Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3690 mm |