1958 Porsche 550 A vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A. 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:
| 1958 Porsche 550 A | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 550 A | 335 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2761 mm |
