1956 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 503 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
