1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1954 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356. 2011 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1954 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1954 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
