1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 37 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 990 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 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | XI Le Mans | 968 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
