1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Aurelia | 116 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
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 | 119 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |