1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2004 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
