1947 Ford Pilot vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Ford Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Ford Pilot would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Ford Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1947 Ford Pilot. (85 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1947 Ford Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Ford Pilot weights approximately 732 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Ford Pilot | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Pilot | Elise |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
