2001 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Audi A6 1963 Lancia Flaminia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Flaminia
Year Released 2001 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2775 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 216 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81.5 mm
Top Speed 237 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1314 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 56 L