2006 BMW 550 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 867 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 550 | 356 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |