1959 BMW 507 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 BMW 507 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1956 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 507 | 356 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 52 L |