1956 BMW 503 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 42 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 32 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Xedos 6, 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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 1998 Xedos 6 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. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 503 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
