2008 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X5 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
