2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 48 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1136 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1216 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1716 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 29 L |
