1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
