2008 BMW M3 vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 370 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M3 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |