1957 Lotus XI Le Mans vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 719 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 | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | XI Le Mans | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 820 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
