1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Flaminia | A6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
