1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 582 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurelia | C |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |