1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316. 2009 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Aurelia | 316 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
