1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Aurelia | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Aurelia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
