1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 864 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1987 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Esprit | F-450 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 142 L |