1990 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1954 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |
