1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 453 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3.
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 (542 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR3. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
