1964 Lotus Elan vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1971 TVR 2500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 TVR 2500 (107 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 TVR 2500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 TVR 2500 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan. 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 TVR 2500 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 TVR 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lotus Elan | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Elan | 2500 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 95 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |