1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 55 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 725 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | CL |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
