1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Lotus | Bentley |
| Model | Esprit | Continental |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
