2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 47 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (83 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1886 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | LR3 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
