1956 BMW 503 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 503 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
