1994 BMW M5 vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1952 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 356 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |