2009 BMW 335 vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
