2008 Ford GT vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 54 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 270 kg more than 1954 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
