1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 55 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1408 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, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
Model | Aurelia | QX56 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 559 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3076 mm |