1956 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 503 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 503 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 503 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
