1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Aurelia | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |