2007 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 501 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 120 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
