1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Flaminia | R8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |