2001 BMW 745 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1956 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 745 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
