1956 BMW 503 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 BMW 503. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 503 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
