1976 Lotus Eclat vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lotus Eclat | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Eclat | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2451 mm |
