1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 104 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 2002 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
