1956 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1108 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 503 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
