1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 57 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 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 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.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Aurelia | A6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
