1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 53 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 290 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Aurelia | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
