1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Elan | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
