1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 629 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Aurelia | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
