1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1979 Monteverdi Military 250 Z Zivil

To start off, 1979 Monteverdi Military 250 Z Zivil is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher.

Because 1969 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Monteverdi Military 250 Z Zivil, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1979 Monteverdi Military 250 Z Zivil has automatic transmission and 1969 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1969 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Monteverdi Military 250 Z Zivil will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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