2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 985 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mustang | Elite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
