1953 Porsche 356 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 59 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 555 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 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |
