1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Aurelia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
