1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Aurelia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
