1973 BMW Touring vs. 1957 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 424 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1957 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Touring | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
