2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1963 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1963 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Charger | Elan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
