2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1662 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.
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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |