1956 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Multipla 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 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 283 kg more than 1956 BMW 503.
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, 2006 Fiat Multipla, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2006 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 503 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
