1951 Porsche 356 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1951 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1951 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1951 Porsche 356. 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1951 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1951 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Porsche 356 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
