1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 50 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1064 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 120 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm) has 1297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Lancia | SSC |
| Model | Aurelia | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
