2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Rendezvous | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |