1957 Allard GT vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
