1996 BMW 735 vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 735 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
