1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 753 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 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Aurelia | XJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3157 mm |
