1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 231 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S6 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
