1995 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A6 | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A6 | Elan |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |