2009 Audi R8 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP) has 418 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | R8 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
