2007 BMW 545 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1954 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 545 | 356 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |