1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lotus | Lamborghini |
| Model | Esprit | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 562 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
