1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 38 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 265 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 512 TR | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2266 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
