1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 455 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | C |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
