2006 BMW M6 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M6 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |