1956 BMW 503 vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 12 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Datsun |
Model | 503 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |