1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1954 Porsche 356

To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 324 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Lotus Esprit 1954 Porsche 356
Make Lotus Porsche
Model Esprit 356
Year Released 1987 1954
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 2174 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 172 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.3 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 222 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 79 L


 

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