2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 654 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Because 1964 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Bantam | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
