1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A7. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A7. 2011 Audi A7 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Esprit | A7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
