1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1954 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 308 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
