1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 909 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | Mark IV | Elise |
Year Released | 1947 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2310 mm |