2008 BMW 120 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 54 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, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 100 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, 2008 BMW 120 (200 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2008 BMW 120 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. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 120 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
