1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 257 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Espada | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| 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 | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
