1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 12 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), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 863 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.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Lotus | Bentley |
| Model | Esprit | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 621 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
