1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 52 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 211 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Aurelia | Boxster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |