2003 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 46 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 950 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.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
