1992 BMW 332 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 38 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 660 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 332 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
