2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | GT 40 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 73 L |
