1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 2102 kg more than 1960 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Elite | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 93 L |
