2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | DTS | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
