1970 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1970 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jaguar E-Type | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | E-Type | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
