1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 13 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), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Calais | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |