1956 BMW 503 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 503 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
