1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2007 BMW 645
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356. 2007 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2007 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
