1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Eclat 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.
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1974 Lotus Eclat | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Lotus | Audi |
Model | Eclat | A8 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |