2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | GT 1 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
