2007 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S4 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
