2001 Acura EL vs. 1956 BMW 503
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 45 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 14 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. 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, 2001 Acura EL, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1956 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | EL | 503 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
