1956 BMW 503 vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 39 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 22 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 BMW 503.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 503 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
