BMW 503 Specs

(1956 - ) Technical Specifications
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Key Specs

Petrol
193.4 cu-in
3169 cm3
V 8
138 HP
140 PS / 103 kW
159 lb-ft
216 Nm
118 Mph
190 km/h

BMW 503  Body, Model and Production details BMW 503 Body, Model and Production details

Body : Coupé
Num. of Doors : 2 doors
Production number : 273 units

BMW 503  Engine Technical Data BMW 503 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : V 8
Engine Code : -
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : 2 Zenith 32 NDIX carburettors
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine displacement : 193.4 cu-in / 3169 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.23 x 2.95 inches
82.00 x 75.00 mm
Number of valves : 16 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 7.30
Horsepower : 138 HP / 140 PS / 103 kW
@ 4800 rpm
Maximum torque : 159 lb-ft / 216 Nm
@ 4800 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :

BMW 503  Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range BMW 503 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity : 19.8 gallons
75 L
16.5 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : No

BMW 503  Performance BMW 503 Performance

Top Speed : 118 Mph / 190 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 13.00 s

BMW 503  Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight BMW 503 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 111.61 inches / 283.5 cm
Length : 187.01 inches / 475 cm
Width : 67.32 inches / 171 cm
Height : 55.12 inches / 140 cm
Front Axle : 55.12 inches / 140.0 cm
Rear Axle : 55.91 inches / 142.0 cm
Ground clearance : 7.01 inches / 17.8 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 3309 lbs / 1501 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 10.7 kg/hp

BMW 503  Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension BMW 503 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(11.18 inches / 284 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(11.18 inches / 284 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Front Wheels Width : 4½E"
Rear Wheels Width : 4½E"
Steering wheel lock-to-lock : 3.500 turns
Front Suspension : Torsion bar.
Rear Suspension : Torsion bar. De-Dion axle.
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What engine is in BMW 503 ?
The BMW 503 has a V 8, Petrol engine with 3169 cm3 / 193.4 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1956 BMW 503 have?
The 1956 BMW 503 has 140 PS / 138 bhp / 103 kW.

How much does a BMW 503 weighs?
The BMW 503 weighs 1501 Kg / 3309 lbs.

What is the top speed of a BMW 503 ?
The BMW 503 top speed is 190 Km/h / 118 mph.

Is BMW 503 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the BMW 503 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).

How fast is a BMW 503 ?
The {carro} can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 13.00 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph.