1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Esprit | Cayman |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 370 Nm |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 282 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 | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2415 mm |