1949 Bentley Mark VI vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bentley Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1996 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:
| 1949 Bentley Mark VI | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Mark VI | Elise |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 116 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
