1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 426 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 E (480 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurelia | E |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |