2006 BMW 530 vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 530 | Appia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |