1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (349 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2180 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Lotus | Maybach |
| Model | Esprit | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3830 mm |
