2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1133 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | Elite |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |