1956 BMW 503 vs. 1987 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 BMW 503.
Because 1956 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 503 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 503 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 1987 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 503 | Seville |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |