2007 BMW 118 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 53 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 10 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2007 BMW 118 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. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 118 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
