2000 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A8 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2340 mm |
