1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Aurelia | 996 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |