2009 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 339 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1959 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 356 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |