2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lotus | Wartburg |
Model | Esprit | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |