2009 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
