1957 Lotus 11 vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, both 1957 Lotus 11 and 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,100 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Lotus 11. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans weights approximately 30 kg more than 1957 Lotus 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus 11 | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | 11 | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2240 mm |
