2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |