2006 BMW 740 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1956 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 740 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 740 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |