2008 Lexus LS vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lexus | Lotus |
| Model | LS | Elise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1840 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 40 L |
