1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 2 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Esprit | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |