1990 BMW 850 vs. 1951 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 39 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Lancia Aurelia. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 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:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1951 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 850 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
