1974 BMW Touring vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Touring | 356 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
