1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Eclat | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |