1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 59 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurelia | R |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 440 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |