2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 938 kg more than 1960 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Elite |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |