1951 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, both 1951 Lancia Aurelia and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 were released in the same year (1951). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Lancia Aurelia | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | 220 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 78 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
