1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Seven | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 90 L |
