2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 111 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |