2009 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 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 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| 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 | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
