2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 46 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Tahoe | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |