1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1310 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | Aurelia | Savana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
