2006 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 530 | Appia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |