1966 Lotus Elan vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan.
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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Elan | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Lotus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Elan | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1557 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
