1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 563 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 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Aurelia | XJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3157 mm |
