2006 BMW 525 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 52 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 227 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, 2006 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
