1969 Lotus Elan vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 37 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 500 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.
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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Elan | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Lotus | Ascari |
Model | Elan | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |