1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 50 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Aurelia | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
