2007 Audi S8 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 48 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | S8 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |