1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Esprit | 356 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 119 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |