2008 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | R8 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
