1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 491 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Porsche | Lotus |
| Model | 911 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 86 L |
