2006 BMW 745 vs. 1958 BMW 503
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1958 BMW 503 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 503 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
