2009 Audi R8 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
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 Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 @ 8000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | R8 | Flavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |