2009 BMW 328 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 328 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
