1956 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 503 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
