1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Europa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Lotus | Audi |
Model | Europa | R8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |