1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1030 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurelia | CL |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 999 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2954 mm |