2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 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 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJ | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
