1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1964 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1964 Moretti 2500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | 1964 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | XI Le Mans | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
