2001 BMW M vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 245 kg more than 1954 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
