1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 301 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G33 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 73 L |
