2009 BMW 525 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
