1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia.
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 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2011 BMW 323 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Appia | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |