1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 77 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Esprit | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
