1993 Porsche 928 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 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 351 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 928 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Porsche | Lotus |
Model | 928 | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 86 L |