1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 737 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK IX 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 1959 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK IX | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | MK IX | Elan |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2260 mm |