1956 BMW 503 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 53 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 503 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
