2007 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 591 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Lotec |
| Model | A4 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5498 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
