2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 423 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | S-Type | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
