1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1968 MG MGC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Elite | MGC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
