1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 975 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Calais | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |