1956 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 503 | RunX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |