1956 BMW 503 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 42 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 503 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
