2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Extreme | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2339 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
