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BMW 503 1956

General information

ModelBMW 503
Year1956
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3168 ccm (193.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3168 ccm (193.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque222.00 Nm (22.6 kgf-m or 163.7 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression7.3:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 75.0 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0933 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4760 mm (187.4 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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