1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 55 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), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 580 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
