2000 BMW 520 vs. 1953 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1953 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:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 1953 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 520 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
