1955 Porsche 550 A vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 550 A.
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:
| 1955 Porsche 550 A | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 550 A | 325 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2770 mm |
