1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | Mark IV | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2310 mm |
