2008 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
