2007 BMW M5 vs. 1957 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A. 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. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 550 A has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 550 A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1957 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M5 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
