2008 BMW 523 vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1950 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 523 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
