2005 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 301 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Aceca | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
