1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 437 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
