1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 327 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Lotus | Pininfarina |
| Model | Esprit | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
