1956 BMW 503 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 14 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 130 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 503 | GTO |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |