1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 56 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 295 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2010 Lexus IS 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. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Aurelia | IS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2731 mm |
