1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 58 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, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Lancia | Buick |
Model | Aurelia | Regal |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2738 mm |