1956 Porsche 356 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 57 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 1180 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. 2013 BMW M6 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. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
