2000 Audi S8 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | S8 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |