2007 BMW M6 vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M6 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 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 | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2110 mm |
