1972 BMW 520 vs. 1951 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 21 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. Both 1972 BMW 520 and 1951 Lancia Aurelia are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine.
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:
1972 BMW 520 | 1951 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 520 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |