1969 Lotus Elan vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 44 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 1045 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Elan | G |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2850 mm |
