2008 Audi A5 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A5 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
