1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 59 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1107 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 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aurelia | CC |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
