2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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 M250 (180 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | M250 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
