2007 BMW 525 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 52 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 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 645 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356. 2007 BMW 525 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. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
