2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Lotus | Venturi |
Model | Elise | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |