2005 BMW 318 vs. 1957 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A. 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:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1957 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 318 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
