1975 Lotus Eclat vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1975 Lotus Eclat.
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. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1975 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1975 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lotus Eclat | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Eclat | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 326 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
