1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. 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:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3.3 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
