1982 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1982 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1982 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Esprit | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |