1994 BMW 520 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 40 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 714 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 520 | 356 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |