1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1955 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 590 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK V | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
