1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 1971 ZIL 114 is newer by 12 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2595 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 ZIL 114 (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Lotus | ZIL |
| Model | Elite | 114 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3770 mm |
