1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 897 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Europa | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
