2004 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 488 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 325 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |