2009 BMW 118 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 535 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356. 2009 BMW 118 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. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 118 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
