2000 BMW 750 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356. 2000 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1963 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1963 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
