1959 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 700 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3596 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2360 mm |