1998 Audi S8 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S8 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
