1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 55 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 608 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 356 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
