2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2004 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1215 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 29 L |
