1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | SZ | Evora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
