1997 Lancia K vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia K | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | K | A8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
