2005 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 356 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |