2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Commodore | Elite |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |