1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 356 | 750 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 82 L |