1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 173 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Aurelia | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |