1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK VIII | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
