1967 Alvis TF vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 960 kg more than 1962 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Alvis | Lotus |
| Model | TF | Elan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
