1970 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 216 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 1970 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jaguar E-Type | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | E-Type | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 222 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 | 1320 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
