1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 483 kg more than 1984 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Lotus | Alvis |
| Model | Esprit | TF |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
