1964 Lotus Elan vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 40 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 460 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lotus Elan | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Lotus | Noble |
Model | Elan | M12 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |