1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | M250 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
