1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Aurelia | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
