2001 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
