1956 BMW 502 vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1956 BMW 502 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 502 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. 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:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 502 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
