2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 843 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | V Sixteen | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2450 mm |
