1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Porsche | Lotus |
| Model | 993 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2575 mm |
