1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
