1956 BMW 503 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 47 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 52 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 503 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
