1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1808 kg more than 1985 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maybach |
| Model | Esprit | 62 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 110 L |
