2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Porsche 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Porsche 1300 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Extreme | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
