1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 51 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 980 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurelia | Viano |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |