2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2155 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1955 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1955 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
