1958 Lotus Elite vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Elite | R8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 90 L |
