1995 BMW M5 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M5 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |