1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1412 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Esprit | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 323 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
