1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 42 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Lotus | Saab |
Model | XI Le Mans | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |