1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 63 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 807 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 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Aurelia | XTS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2837 mm |
