2005 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 51 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 244 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
