2009 Audi S6 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | S6 | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |