1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Esprit | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
