1943 Lancia Aprilia vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Lancia Aprilia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Lancia Aprilia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Lancia Aprilia | 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aprilia | W 196 |
Year Released | 1943 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1484 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 276 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |