1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 34 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1280 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 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Lotus | Tatra |
| Model | XI Le Mans | T613 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2990 mm |
