1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
