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 221 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 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 706 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 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 | Convertible |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
