2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 41 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 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1810 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 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Q7 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
