1956 BMW 503 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 51 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, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 503 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
