2008 BMW 545 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 725 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 545 (450 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 545 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
