2009 BMW 328 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 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 183 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 328 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
