1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 708 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar Type S | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | Type S | Elise |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |