1956 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 53 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
Make | BMW | Saleen |
Model | 503 | S7 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2692 mm |