2005 BMW 320 vs. 1948 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1948 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1948 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1948 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
