1956 BMW 503 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 780 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 503 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 141 L |
