2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 131 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |