1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 647 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
Model | Aurelia | EX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2799 mm |