2005 BMW 760 vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 760 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |
