1956 BMW 503 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 46 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |