1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Appia | X6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2933 mm |