1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
