1953 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, both 1953 Ferrari 255 S and 1953 Lancia Appia were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,713 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 255 S weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia.
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:
| 1953 Ferrari 255 S | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 255 S | Appia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2713 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
