2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Elan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |