1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (542 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Lotus | Bentley |
Model | Esprit | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2746 mm |