1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Aurelia | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
