1953 Bentley Mark VI vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Appia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bentley Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bentley Mark VI | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Mark VI | Appia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
