2007 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
