2005 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1955 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 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1955 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1955 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
