2005 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 247 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.

Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 1954 Lancia Aurelia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Aurelia
Year Released 2005 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.4:1
Top Speed 224 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1133 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2660 mm