2005 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1963 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1640 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
