1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 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 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 590 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 874 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurelia | CL |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5982 cc |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |