1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 378 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Italdesign Nazca | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lotus |
| Model | Nazca | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
