2006 Lexus LS vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. 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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan. 2006 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1969 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1969 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LS | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lexus | Lotus |
| Model | LS | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |
