1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 572 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | M250 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1236 mm |
