1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 637 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 S (400 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
