1956 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 57 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 815 kg more than 1956 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 503 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2895 mm |