2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2660 mm |
