2005 Audi S4 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 50 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 690 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
