1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 29 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP) has 382 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 2008 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maybach |
| Model | Esprit | 57 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3400 mm |
