1971 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Elan. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Elan.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Elan. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Elan. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1971 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1971 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Elan | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Chrysler |
| Model | Elan | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
