1956 BMW 503 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 38 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 503 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
