1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 19 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1430 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 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XI Le Mans | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |
