2005 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
