2008 BMW 118 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 118 | 356 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |