2009 Audi R8 vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Appia. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | R8 | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |