1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 31 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 145 kg more than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar E-Type | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | E-Type | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 266 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 Weight | 1170 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
