1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1972 ZIL 114 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2115 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Lancia | ZIL |
| Model | Aurelia | 114 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3770 mm |
