1953 BMW 501 vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, both 1953 BMW 501 and 1953 Lancia Aurelia were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 BMW 501 | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 501 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
