1996 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Esprit | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Esprit | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 351 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
