1999 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 5 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S8 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
