2008 Audi A5 vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Europa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A5 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
