1956 BMW 507 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 507 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 89 L |
