1964 Lamborghini 350 GT vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 584 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT has manual transmission. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | 350 GT | Elise |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2941 mm |
