2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Continental GT | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
