1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 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 256 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 595 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
