2000 BMW 316 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 44 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 316 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |