1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 36 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1605 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 | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XI Le Mans | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2950 mm |
