2007 Audi R8 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi R8 | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | R8 | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |