2007 BMW 116 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 44 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 270 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 116 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
