1956 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1956 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. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
