1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Esprit | MGC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
