1959 BMW 502 vs. 1951 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1959 BMW 502 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Lancia Aurelia. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1951 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1951 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 502 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
