1956 BMW 503 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 48 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 30 kg more 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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |