2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 825 kg more than 1962 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mustang | Elite |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 29 L |
