1963 Lotus Elan vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lotus Elan | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Elan | 964 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
