1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Espada | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
