1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (276 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 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 | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
