1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 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 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Monteverdi |
| Model | Esprit | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
