1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 357 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Lotus | Ferrari |
| Model | Esprit | California |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 460 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
