1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 58 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Aurelia | M |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
