1959 BMW 700 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 2 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Porsche 356 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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:
1959 BMW 700 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 700 | 356 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2110 mm |