1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurelia | C |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |