1953 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Porsche 356 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
