1956 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 503 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 644 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |