2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 382 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |