1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 18 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT 40 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
