1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 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 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Aurelia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
