1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2004 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Aurelia | 645 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |