1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 550 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1955 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1955 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
Model | Aurelia | G25 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |