1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar E-Type | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | E-Type | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
